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Feb. 22, 2016

If you own your own home free and clear of all liens then you are probably going to want to do a Chapter 13 in order to keep the home.

Feb. 22, 2016

There is an 8 year bar to filing a Chapter 7 and getting a discharge after a Chapter 7 in which you obtained a discharge.

Feb. 22, 2016

You need to file a CM-180 in the unlawful detainer state court matter and notify that court that you are in bankruptcy.

Feb. 22, 2016

Depending on how much equity you have in the home (the value of the home minus the liens) you may be able to exempt it.

Feb. 22, 2016

If you and your lawyer are there at 8:00 AM you can ask the trustee for “priority” which means that he will take your case first.

Feb. 22, 2016

Here is what I recommend. Complete your Chapter 7 case.

Feb. 22, 2016

Wait until your Chapter 7 bankruptcy is filed before you purchase anything large.

Feb. 22, 2016

File the LAM motion (or motion to value depending on your judge) right away.

Feb. 18, 2016

You do not need to have the amended paperwork notarized.